1 1/2 c. shortening (Crisco or butter)
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
3 beaten eggs
3 tbsp. water
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. flour (sifted)
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
4 1/2 c. whole rolled oats, uncooked

Cream shortening, gradually add sugar, vanilla, water, etc. and beaten eggs until fluffy. Add rolled oats. Then add 1 cup raisins, 1 cup chopped walnuts and 12 ounce chocolate chips (optional). Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes.